radial vein

A vein that is tributary of the brachial vein and drains blood from the lateral structures of the forearm, carpal and metacarpal bones, joints of the hand, and lateral forearm muscles.

Type Bone
Parent Structure vein
FMA ID 22947

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What is the radial vein?
A vein that is tributary of the brachial vein and drains blood from the lateral structures of the forearm, carpal and metacarpal bones, joints of the hand, and lateral forearm muscles.

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